Bachelor of Arts in Biology (STEM)

at Grand Valley State University USA

We offer major and minor programs in both Spanish and Spanish Education (Elementary and Secondary levels). Spanish major (33-36 credits) and minor (21-27 credits) programs begin at the 300-level, and include courses across a variety of areas, including language study, literature, linguistics, and civilization and culture.

We offer courses on Spanish in a professional setting, including Health, Business, Law Enforcement, and Writing. Students in our program frequently complete portions of their coursework through summer, semester, and full year study abroad programs in countries across the world.

All languages listed below count toward the BA third semester language requirement. We offer:

• Majors in French, German, and Spanish
• Minors in Arabic, Chinese, French, German, and Spanish
• Three years of language and culture courses in Japanese
• Two years of language in Italian

Why Study Spanish At Grand Valley?

• With such a large Latino population in the U.S. and booming economies outside the U.S., there is a huge demand for Spanish-speaking professionals in nursing, construction management, and media, among many other fields.
• Spanish is the second largest native language in the world, with almost 40 million native speakers in the U.S.
• More than 500 million people in the world can speak and communicate in Spanish, with a growing trend that will reach 600 million speakers by 2050.
• Spanish complements majors in many other fields, such as international relations, international business, culture, and political science.
• The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures works closely with the Padnos International Center to make many opportunities for study abroad available.

The marketing major is for students who like interacting with people, are intrigued by human behavior, and like being rewarded for what they do. A B.B.A. degree is offered with the following emphases available:

• Distribution and logistics
• General marketing
• Professional sales

Why Study Advertising And Public Relations At Grand Valley?

• Courses are taught by faculty members who consult on real business issues, are experts in their business discipline, and have strong academic credentials.
• Internships, set up to relate to the field of study and scheduled around classes, let students earn money while getting valuable business experience.
• Network with successful business leaders for advice, internships, and job possibilities.
• Take classes in the heart of Grand Rapid's exciting business environment.
• Current and emerging technologies are integrated into courses to provide unique experiential learning.

English majors pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree and choose an emphasis in literature and language or secondary education. The English department also offers three minors: the standard minor, a secondary education teachable minor, and a minor in applied linguistics. The applied linguistics minor offers two tracks: general and English as Second Language (ESL). The ESL track is an elementary and secondary teachable minor that prepares students for ESL endorsement, an add-on credential to a Michigan teaching license.

Why Study English At Grand Valley?

• English is flexible, allowing students to personalize their degree by choosing from a wide range of appealing electives.
• The program is diverse, introducing students to a multitude of cultures, languages, and perspectives.
• The curriculum is current, equipping students to succeed in a global economy by strengthening communication, reading, and writing skills.
• An English degree is versatile, qualifying students for many careers and graduate programs.
• The department offers a wealth of enrichment opportunities, including multiple departmental scholarships and contests, faculty-led studies abroad, acclaimed visiting scholars, and an annual celebration of its majors.

The Master of Science (M.S.) degree in health informatics and bioinformatics is a Professional Science Masters (PSM) program. The medical and bioinformatics program has strong data analytics, teamwork, business, communication, project management, and ethics components, and includes an intensive health or life science internship.

Why Study Health Informatics And Bioinformatics At Grand Valley?

• One of five professional science masters (PSM) programs at Grand Valley. The demand for professionals working in all of the PSM fields is high, with income and job projections continuing to trend upward in the coming years.
• The program is tailored toward working professionals, offering flexible class schedules with evening meetings.
• Innovative program designed to integrate university coursework with business and health industry internships to educate informatics professionals for the future.
• Access to a high-performance computing lab for health informatics and bioinformatics needs.
• Qualified faculty members with a breadth of industry experience lead in the classroom and collaborate in ongoing research.

Grand Valley's hospitality and tourism management major is a dynamic program that encompasses a wide variety of career opportunities, such as lodging, food and beverage, recreation, leisure, club management, resort operations, travel, tourism, and event management.

Students majoring in hospitality and tourism management must complete the following:

• General university degree requirements.
• HTM core courses (minimum 38 credits).
• HTM field requirement (7 credits).
• Two HTM concentrations (minimum 18 credits).
• Business cognates (9 credits).

Why Study Hospitality And Tourism Management At Grand Valley?

Hospitality and tourism management students can expect:

• a curriculum that reflects modern industry concepts and best practices;
• classes taught by experienced faculty members with both academic and professional experience;
• experiential learning opportunities facilitated through a structured internship program that includes 1,000 hours of valuable hands-on experience;
• networking opportunities with faculty, peers, alumni, professional organizations, and industry stakeholders; and
• distinctive opportunities that no other institution offers through six diverse and practical career concentrations at Grand Valley.

The Bachelor of Arts degree offers students extensive training to develop and refine techniques in various idioms of dance. A minor is also available. Students develop abilities through a range of courses combining practical and theoretical skills emphasizing critical thought and independence. Participation in the dance program is by audition only.

Why Study Dance At Grand Valley?

• The program is designed for students who demonstrate exceptional training for college-level dance.
• Students work with world-renowned faculty members and guest artists in small classes.
• There are a variety of technique courses in ballet, hip hop, jazz, modern, urban dance, and West African dance to choose from.
• Students also will focus their academic experience on dance history, technology, composition, improvisation, pedagogy, and theoretical perspectives to ensure their success as educated members of the dance community.
• In addition to classes, workshops, informal showings, and student choreography concerts, dance students have the opportunity to perform with the GVSU Dance Company.

As the field of communication has evolved, research-based decision making has become increasingly important. Specifically, communication professionals must be able to acquire and assess relevant information and effectively integrate their analysis into the decision-making process.

The Master of Science in communication is a versatile program that meets the needs of those in the field of communication. Students will enhance their professional effectiveness and their leadership skills, and they will find it beneficial to their career development

Why Study Communications At Grand Valley?

• Faculty members specialize in teaching communication concepts and skills that are relevant and in-demand.
• Students will gain leadership skills, knowledge of theory and research and their application, the ability to access information to solve communication problems, and the ability to effectively implement information into the decision-making process.
• The program is designed with working professionals in mind. Courses are scheduled during evening hours and offered downtown at Grand Valley's Robert C. Pew Grand Rapids Campus. The program also incorporated hybrid/online courses as well as individualized projects that count toward the completion of program requirements.
• Taken part time, the versatile program can be completed in two to three years, with assistantships available on a competitive basis.
• The program has many ties with business, community, and cultural organizations, and has contacts with experts in a variety of areas in communications. These contacts serve as outstanding resources both within the classroom and for internships.

The study of women, gender, and sexuality provides an interdisciplinary program grounded in the liberal arts, a culminating academic experience that links the insights of separate courses, and opportunities to apply theory to meaningful research or in internships, fieldwork, and service learning.

Why Study Women, Gender, And Sexuality Studies At Grand Valley?

• Explore the study of feminism, activism, and gender and its global impact.
• Prepare for careers in leadership, social services, and politics.
• Develop a commitment to community through internships, service learning, and volunteering.
• Actively engage in individual and collaborative research projects with impact on culture and society.
• Make an immediate impact on your community through the Gayle R. Davis Center for Women and Gender Equity, Milton E. Ford LGBT Resource Center, and Office of Multicultural Affairs.

The Master of Science in applied statistics is a Professional Science Master's program that allows students to combine strong communication skills with an ability to interpret and present statistical findings. The curriculum emphasizes practical experience and statistical applications, so students are ready to make an immediate impact on the applied statistics industry.

The degree emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving communication, scientific knowledge, and technical skills.

Why Study Biomedical Sciences At Grand Valley?

• Tnnovative, collaborative research projects are conducted with faculty members based on student interest.
• Students develop critical thinking skills and are prepared to become leaders within their chosen field.
• Students can create a personal course plan that aligns with their individual research and career goals.
• Tuition rates are based on academic program; there are no separate rates based on residency status.
• Graduates enjoy careers in science or health-related fields, teaching and post-graduate studies in professional and doctoral programs.

AHS can be tailored to meet the health professions goals of students with specific academic emphases.

Pre-health professional emphases for students desiring to apply for a graduate degree in:

• Physical Therapy
• Physician Assistant Studies

Entry level baccalaureate emphases in:

• General Allied Health Sciences
• Histotechnology
• Health Professional degree completion - for those holding an associate degree in particular health professions

Why Study Advertising And Health Sciences At Grand Valley?

• Located in the state-of-the-art Raleigh J. Finkelstein Hall with close proximity to five hospitals, the Grand Rapids Medical Education and Research Center, and many research, clinical, and treatment facilities.
• Strong relationships with the medical community provide students with high-quality clinical opportunities, which are an important aspect of the learning experience.
• Faculty members who meet the highest levels of professional standards, not graduate assistants, teach the courses.
• The College of Health Professions maintains a dedicated staff of academic advisors in its Student Services Office to meet students' academic advising needs.
• The degree can be tailored to meet the health professions goals of students with specific academic emphases.